In the latest episode of “The Chronicles of Absurdity,” Dr. Ethel Pineda emerges as the modern-day oracle of submission in the face of geopolitical aggression. 

In her infinite wisdom, she advises Filipino farmers to ditch their quaint notions of rights and convictions in the South China Sea dispute and instead embrace the art of silent acquiescence. After all, why bother asserting sovereignty when you can simply roll over and let the big red dragon have its way?

Pineda’s call to abandon any semblance of dissent or opposition is not just a suggestion; it’s a commandment carved in stone. According to her gospel, speaking up is not only futile but also hazardous to one’s peace – a veritable invitation to a diplomatic smackdown.

So, let the banners of Maisug prayer or peace rallies be unfurled, and the voices of dissent silenced. For in the kingdom of Pineda, exercising freedom of expression is akin to poking a hornet’s nest with a toothpick – an exercise in futility best left to the fools and the naive. 

Perhaps, in her next sermon, Pineda will consider taking her own advice and resigning from the Pugad Bloggers. After all, practicing what one preaches should be the cornerstone of any pulpit.